abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the feasibility and reproducibility of laser interstitial thermotherapy (LITT) as a minimally invasive method for the treatment of prostate cancer. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Heterotopic tumours of prostatic adenocarcinoma (Dunning R3327-AT2) were induced in 10 male Copenhagen rats. After preoperative ...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Colin P,Nevoux P,Marqa M,Auger F,Leroy X,Villers A,Puech P,Mordon S,Betrouni N

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the durability of holmium laser enucleation of prostate in comparison to transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). PATIENTS AND METHODS:Patients were enrolled in the present study between June 1997 and December 2000 and followed per protocol. All patients were urodynamically obstructed with a...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Gilling PJ,Wilson LC,King CJ,Westenberg AM,Frampton CM,Fraundorfer MR

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study the natural history of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) development in renal grafts and their management. PATIENTS AND METHODS:We report a single-centre series of de novo RCC in allografts from a cohort of 2396 consecutive renal transplant recipients. RESULTS:In all, 17 RCCs were detected in 12 patients,...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Ploussard G,Chambade D,Meria P,Gaudez F,Tariel E,Verine J,De Bazelaire C,Peraldi MN,Glotz D,Desgrandchamps F,Mongiat-Artus P

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe metastasis-free survival (MFS) in men with prostate-specific antigen (PSA) recurrence following radical prostatectomy, and to define clinical prognostic factors modifying metastatic risk. PATIENTS AND METHODS:We conducted a retrospective analysis of 450 men treated with prostatectomy at a tertiar...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Antonarakis ES,Feng Z,Trock BJ,Humphreys EB,Carducci MA,Partin AW,Walsh PC,Eisenberger MA

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study the effect of smoking on bladder cancer presentation and outcome in a large cystectomy population. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A database including 546 patients from the University Health Network (Toronto, Canada) and Turku University Hospital (Turku, Finland) was studied. In addition to the association of...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Boström PJ,Alkhateeb S,Trottier G,Athanasopoulos PZ,Mirtti T,Kortekangas H,Laato M,van Rhijn B,van der Kwast T,Fleshner NE,Jewett MA,Finelli A,Zlotta AR

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To test the hypothesis that bladder cancer is a heterogeneous disease. PATIENTS AND METHODS:We examined the temporal trends of bladder cancer by histological subtype and by disease stage and grade using the National Cancer Institute's Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results data collected in 1973-2007. ...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Zhang Y,Zhu C,Curado MP,Zheng T,Boyle P

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:What's known on the subject? and What does the study add? Renal forniceal rupture is a common finding in patients with ureteral obstruction. It is thought to be due to increased renal pelvis pressure from backup of urine, causing one or more renal fornices to leak urine. This phenomenon has not been systemat...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Gershman B,Kulkarni N,Sahani DV,Eisner BH

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:• To assess and compare the economic burden of open radical cystectomy (OC) vs robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical cystectomy (RC) with pelvic lymph node dissection and urinary diversion. PATIENTS AND METHODS:• A series of 103 and 83 consecutive patients undergoing OC and RC, respectively, were prospective...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Lee R,Ng CK,Shariat SF,Borkina A,Guimento R,Brumit KF,Scherr DS

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:What's known on the subject? and What does the study add? The clinical presentation and complications of lichen sclerosus are well known. What is less well known is the true incidence of the condition. The published figures are all based on attendance at general medical clinics or specialist clinics, but it ...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Clouston D,Hall A,Lawrentschuk N

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:• To examine the prevalence and burden of overactive bladder (OAB) with bother in the UK and Sweden compared to OAB without bother and no/minimal OAB/lower urinary tract (LUTS) symptoms, respectively. PATIENTS AND METHODS:• A cross-sectional population-representative survey was conducted via the Internet in ...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Coyne KS,Sexton CC,Kopp ZS,Ebel-Bitoun C,Milsom I,Chapple C

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Advanced adrenal carcinoma remains a significant therapeutic challenge, with conventional approaches to systemic therapy having failed to achieve sustained objective remissions or major survival benefit in most instances. Several systemic therapies, including mitotane, suramin and gossypol, as well as cytotoxic agents...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Costa R,Wesolowski R,Raghavan D

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To identify predictors for long-term urinary leakage after radical prostatectomy. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A consecutive series of 1411 patients who underwent radical prostatectomy (open surgery or robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery) at Karolinska University Hospital between 2002 and 2006 were invited to comple...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Nilsson AE,Schumacher MC,Johansson E,Carlsson S,Stranne J,Nyberg T,Wiklund NP,Steineck G

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the effect on cancer detection by varying the number of cores taken for prostate biopsy according to the size of the prostate. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A retrospective review of a prospectively registered prostate biopsy database identified 3040 consecutive patients undergoing prostate biopsy at a...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Sfakianos JP,Thorner DA,Dovirak O,Weiss JP,Karanikolas NT

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:•To evaluate the natural history of patients presenting with positive urinary cytology in the absence of clinically identifiable disease. PATIENTS AND METHODS:•A surgical database was queried to identify 48 patients with positive urinary cytology of undetermined source. •All patients underwent a thorough uro...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Aharony S,Baniel J,Yossepowitch O

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:•To compare the Prostate Cancer Prevention Trial Risk Calculator (PCPT-RC) and European Randomized Study of Screening for Prostate Cancer Risk Calculator (ERSPC-RC) in a single-institution Canadian cohort. PATIENTS AND METHODS:•At Princess Margaret Hospital, 982 consecutive patients with PCPT-RC and ERSPC-RC...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Trottier G,Roobol MJ,Lawrentschuk N,Boström PJ,Fernandes KA,Finelli A,Chadwick K,Evans A,van der Kwast TH,Toi A,Zlotta AR,Fleshner NE

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:• To investigate whether cysteine-rich secretory protein 3 (CRISP-3) and/or β-microseminoprotein (β-MSP) expression in diagnostic prostate needle biopsies have predictive value for prostate cancer (PC) on radical prostatecomy (RP). • To evaluate their potential clinical implementation in a preoperative setti...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Hoogland AM,Dahlman A,Vissers KJ,Wolters T,Schröder FH,Roobol MJ,Bjartell AS,van Leenders GJ

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:OBJECTIVE • To determine how the presence of MP on T1 biopsy specimens affects the outcome of patients undergoing RC as compared to when no MP is identified in the TURBT specimen. PATIENTS AND METHODS:• Patients were retrospectively identified from the Columbia University Urologic Oncology Database. • From ...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Badalato G,Patel T,Hruby G,McKiernan J

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:•To determine the optimal treatment for incidentally detected small renal masses between radical nephrectomy, partial nephrectomy, ablative therapy (AT) and active surveillance (AS) using a decision-analytic Markov model. SUBJECTS AND METHODS:•The reference case was an otherwise healthy 60-year-old patient. ...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Abouassaly R,Yang S,Finelli A,Kulkarni GS,Alibhai SM

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:• To study the association between specific clinical symptoms (e.g. low libido and erectile dysfunction) and testosterone levels and age in order to define symptom-specific testosterone thresholds. MATERIALS AND METHODS:• Serum samples for testosterone determination were obtained from 675 healthy men. • Part...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Lackner JE,Rücklinger E,Schatzl G,Lunglmayr G,Kratzik CW

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:• To assess the feasibility of radical prostatectomy (RP) in a series of patients with prostate cancer with very high prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels by comparing the clinical outcomes of different PSA thresholds (20.1-50 ng/mL, 50.1-100 ng/mL and >100 ng/mL, respectively). PATIENTS AND METHODS:• With...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Gontero P,Spahn M,Tombal B,Bader P,Hsu CY,Marchioro G,Frea B,Van Der Eeckt K,Kneitz B,Frohneberg D,Tizzani A,Van Poppel H,Joniau S

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of revalidation (or maintenance of certification) is to reassure patients, the general public, employers and other healthcare professionals that an individual is fit to practice. It may lead to a reduction in near misses or adverse events. The process of revalidation entails a commitment to the provision of li...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Ahmed K,Zakri R,Rowland S,Joyce A,Challacombe B,Dasgupta P,Khan MS

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:•To determine the relationship between statin use and biochemical recurrence (BCR) following radical prostatectomy (RP). PATIENTS AND METHODS:•A retrospective analysis was performed on 3198 RP patients between 1990 and 2008. •Exclusion criteria were neo-adjuvant or adjuvant therapy, follow-up <2 years, and i...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Ritch CR,Hruby G,Badani KK,Benson MC,McKiernan JM

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:• To determine (i) the presence of fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH) in the urinary bladder; (ii) whether or not endogenous fatty acid ethanolamides are synthesized by the bladder; (iii) the effects of FAAH inhibition on referred hyperalgesia associated with acute bladder inflammation in rats. MATERIALS AND ...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Merriam FV,Wang ZY,Hillard CJ,Stuhr KL,Bjorling DE

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:• To study the operability and effectiveness of a biodegradable ureteral stent for clinical treatment of ureteral war injury using a canine model. MATERIALS AND METHODS:• A device was designed and employed to generate firearm fragment wounds in unilateral ureters (on randomly chosen sides) of nine beagles (G...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Li G,Wang ZX,Fu WJ,Hong BF,Wang XX,Cao L,Xu FQ,Song Q,Cui FZ,Zhang X

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:• To evaluate the efficacy and safety of single-agent AMG 102, an investigational, fully human monoclonal antibody to hepatocyte growth factor/scatter factor (HGF/SF), in renal cell carcinoma (RCC). PATIENTS AND METHODS:• This open-label phase II study included patients ≥ 18 years old with histologically con...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Schöffski P,Garcia JA,Stadler WM,Gil T,Jonasch E,Tagawa ST,Smitt M,Yang X,Oliner KS,Anderson A,Zhu M,Kabbinavar F

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:• Synthetic mid-urethral slings (MUSs) are considered the first choice surgical procedure for stress urinary incontinence. Recent publications have raised concerns about the efficacy of third generation single-incision mini-slings. The present paper is a systematic review of studies reporting 12-month outcomes after t...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Walsh CA

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:• To systematically review and compare the economic burden of open radical cystectomy (ORC) vs robot-assisted laparoscopic radical cystectomy (RALRC) with pelvic lymph node dissection and urinary diversion. PATIENTS AND METHODS:• A Medline search was conducted to identify English language articles regarding ...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Lee R,Chughtai B,Herman M,Shariat SF,Scherr DS

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:Study Type - Therapy (case series). LEVEL OF EVIDENCE:4. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the results in terms of functional results and morbidity of Z-shaped ileal neobladder performed in a single center. PATIENTS AND METHODS:329 consecutive male patients who had an orthotopic bladder replacement using the Z-shaped...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Neuzillet Y,Yonneau L,Lebret T,Herve JM,Butreau M,Botto H

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:• To analyse the overall and type-specific human papillomavirus (HPV) prevalence and distribution in penile carcinoma and determine the correlation to histopathological parameters. PATIENTS AND METHODS:• In this retrospective study, we analysed HPV status in 241 patients with penile carcinoma, treated at Öre...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Kirrander P,Kolaric A,Helenius G,Windahl T,Andrén O,Stark JR,Lillsunde-Larsson G,Elgh F,Karlsson M

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:Study Type - Therapy (economic analysis). LEVEL OF EVIDENCE:1b. OBJECTIVE:To assess and compare the costs and effects value of either starting with sacral neuromodulation (SNM) or botulinum toxin A (BTX) treatment in patients with refractory idiopathic overactive bladder from a societal perspective. MATER...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Leong RK,de Wachter SG,Joore MA,van Kerrebroeck PE

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:Study Type - Therapy (case series). LEVEL OF EVIDENCE:4. What's known on the subject? and What does the study add? The indications and timing of native nephrectomy in patients with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) is controversial, especially for those undergoing renal transplantation. P...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Kirkman MA,van Dellen D,Mehra S,Campbell BA,Tavakoli A,Pararajasingam R,Parrott NR,Riad HN,McWilliam L,Augustine T

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:• To evaluate whether current nephrectomy pathology reports are sufficient to allow clinicians to use prognostic nomograms, tailor surveillance, enroll patients into adjuvant trials and select systemic therapy for renal cell carcinoma (RCC). PATIENTS AND METHODS:• Nephrectomy pathology reports were obtained ...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Shuch B,Pantuck AJ,Pouliot F,Finley DS,Said JW,Belldegrun AS,Saigal C

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:• To examine how the introduction of medical therapy for symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) might have changed the indications, patient characteristics and outcomes in men undergoing transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) over two decades (1988-2008). PATIENTS AND METHODS:• All patients w...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Izard J,Nickel JC

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:• To present a summary of the collected data on urological litigation within the UK National Health Service (NHS). • Knowledge of the main areas of litigation is essential for maintaining good clinical practice as well as risk management procedures in any specialty. MATERIALS AND METHODS:• Details of all cl...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Osman NI,Collins GN

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:• To investigate a new method of vas deferens radiography for ejaculatory duct obstruction (EDO). • To evaluate the effect of a procedure involving dilation of the ejaculatory duct by F9 seminal vesicoscopy. PATIENTS AND METHODS:• Twenty-two patients with EDO were diagnosed using semen analysis, semen fruct...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Xu B,Niu X,Wang Z,Li P,Qin C,Li J,Liu B,Wang P,Jia Y,Wu H,Zhang W

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:• To determine the comparative efficacy of tamsulosin and nifedipine in medical expulsive therapy (MET) for distal ureteric stones with renal colic. PATIENTS AND METHODS:• We evaluated the comparative efficacy of tamsulosin and nifedipine in MET in a prospective randomized trial of 3189 outpatients from 10 c...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Ye Z,Yang H,Li H,Zhang X,Deng Y,Zeng G,Chen L,Cheng Y,Yang J,Mi Q,Zhang Y,Chen Z,Guo H,He W,Chen Z

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Study Type - Therapy (case series) Level of Evidence 4 What's known on the subject? and What does the study add? The resection of the distal ureter and its orifice is an oncological principle during radical nephroureterectomy which is based on the fact that it represents a part of the urinary tract exposed to a consid...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Phé V,Cussenot O,Bitker MO,Rouprêt M

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine whether Thr(307)-Asn(680) and Ala(307)-Ser(680) polymorphisms of the follicle-stimulating hormone receptor (FSH-R) gene are associated with male infertility, semen quality, and reproductive hormones. PATIENTS AND METHODS:The FSH-R polymorphisms at codons 680 and 307 were analysed by restriction-...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Safarinejad MR,Shafiei N,Safarinejad S

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine if a decrease in oestrogen (E) levels increases activity in bladder afferent nerves, by investigating the effects of E loss on afferent nerve activity in ovariectomized (OVX) rats, and making comparisons with findings in ageing female rats. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Female Sprague-Dawley rats were d...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Aizawa N,Iijima K,Rosenbaum JS,Downs TR,Igawa Y,Andersson KE,Wyndaele JJ

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:• To systematically review the literature on gemcitabine chemotherapy for advanced or metastatic bladder cancer. MATERIALS AND METHODS:• The Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Onlinedatabase (MEDLINE), the Excerpta Medicadatabase (EMBASE), the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Liter...

journal_title：BJU international

authors： Shelley MD,Cleves A,Wilt TJ,Mason MD

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00